Glossary C
Deutsch: Kurbelwelle / Español: cigüeñal / Português: virabrequim / Français: vilebrequin / Italiano: albero a gomiti
A crankshaft is a mechanical component used to convert the reciprocating motion of pistons into rotational motion. This transformation is essential in many types of engines and machinery where linear motion needs to be converted into rotational motion to perform work.
Deutsch: Kühler / Español: enfriador / Português: resfriador / Français: refroidisseur / Italiano: refrigeratore
Cooler in the industrial context refers to a device or system designed to remove heat from a process, machine, or environment, thereby maintaining optimal operating temperatures. These systems are crucial for preventing overheating, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring the safety and longevity of equipment.
Deutsch: Carbonsäure / Español: Ácido carboxílico / Português: Ácido carboxílico / Français: Acide carboxylique / Italiano: Acido carbossilico
Carboxylic acid is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a carboxyl group (-COOH). In the industrial context, carboxylic acids are crucial for various applications, including the production of polymers, pharmaceuticals, and solvents.
Deutsch: Cyanoacrylat / Español: Cianoacrilato / Português: Cianoacrilato / Français: Cyanoacrylate / Italian: Cianoacrilato
Cyanoacrylate refers to a family of fast-acting adhesives commonly used in industrial applications for their strong bonding properties. These adhesives, often known as "super glue," are favoured in various industries for their ability to quickly bond a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, and ceramics.
Deutsch: Leitung / Español: Conducción / Português: Condução / Français: Conduction / Italian: Conduzione
Conduction refers to the transfer of heat or electricity through a material without the material itself moving. In the industrial context, this process is crucial in numerous applications such as heating systems, electrical circuits, and manufacturing processes where efficient energy transfer is essential.
Deutsch: Zusammenstellung / Español: Compilación / Português: Compilação / Français: Compilation / Italian: Compilazione
Compilation refers to the process of gathering and assembling information, data, or materials from various sources into a single, cohesive document or system. In the industrial context, this can involve collecting technical data, regulatory requirements, safety protocols, and operational guidelines to create comprehensive reference materials essential for efficient and compliant industrial operations.
Deutsch: Erstellung / Español: creación / Português: criação / Français: création / Italian: creazione
Creation in the industrial context refers to the process of designing, developing, and producing goods and services within an industry. It involves transforming raw materials and resources into finished products through various stages of production, leveraging technology, machinery, and human labor. This concept encompasses the entire lifecycle of a product, from conception and design to manufacturing and distribution.
Deutsch: Kompostierung / Español: compostaje / Português: compostagem / Français: compostage / Italiano: compostaggio
Composting is a biological process that transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich soil amendments through the action of microorganisms. In the industrial context, it involves large-scale operations to manage and recycle organic waste from various sources, such as agriculture, food processing, and municipal waste.